You can choose from six wall systems — Panel Rib, VP Liner Panel, Stran-Lok, Vee Rib, RPR Panel, and Textureclad — to find the system that most precisely meets your needs. VP framing systems also permit the use of an unlimited variety of materials for alternative exteriors.
Panel Rib
Most economical exterior wall system
For economy, Panel Rib beats wood, concrete, or masonry alternatives. Self-drilling, color-matched fasteners and a 36" panel width give you rapid, economical installation. Panel Rib comes in lengths up to 41', which can provide a continuous panel from foundation to eave. This eliminates the need for end-laps and assures you of wall integrity and weather-tightness. These panels are available in 13 standard KXL finish colors and a variety of custom colors. 26 gauge is standard, but you also have the option of 22 or 24 gauge.
- Economical
- 36" coverage
- 1-1/4"-high rib
- Lengths up to 41'
- Available in standard 26 gauge (22 and 24 gauge options)
- Fast installation
- Dade County Building Commission approved
- Available with standard crimped base or square cut with base trim
Downloadable Product Information for Panel Rib Wall
Downloadable Product Information for Crimped Base Panel Rib
VP Liner Panel
Most economical interior wall system
LPR-36 wall panels are 28 gauge and measure 36" wide. Liner Panel is an ASTM A653 Grade 33 steel with a zinc coating. The panel is painted with a white polyester finish on one side and a gray primer coating on the reverse.
- Same profile as Panel Rib
- 36" coverage
- Lengths up to 41'
Downloadable product information for LPR-36 Liner Panel
Stran-Lok
Concealed fasteners wall system
Stran-Lok is more economical than concrete, masonry, or wood alternatives, yet provides an attractive architectural look. Panels are standard 24 gauge (22 gauge option) and come in lengths up to 30', providing a continuous wall panel from foundation to eave and eliminating the need for end-laps while assuring wall integrity and weather-tightness. Stran-Lok is available in 13 standard KXL finish colors and a variety of custom colors.
- Concealed fasteners
- 16" on-center panel can also be used on metal studs
- 1-1/4" deep x 5" wide recess
- Lengths up to 30'
- 3" depth for added strength
- Embossed finish
Downloadable product information on Stran-Lok Wall
Vee Rib
Semi-concealed fasteners
The Vee Rib wall panel features a V-groove pattern, semi-concealed fasteners located in the bottom of the groove, and 1-1/4" reveals. Its surface, embossed for esthetic appeal, reduces glare. Self-drilling fasteners and 36" panel width provide for economical installation. Vee Rib comes in lengths up to 39', which can provide a continuous panel from foundation to eave, eliminating the need for end-laps while assuring wall integrity and weather-tightness. The panel is available in 13 standard KXL finish colors and a variety of custom colors.
- 36" coverage
- Embossed finish
- Lengths up to 39'
- Sculptured reveal appearance
- Fast installation
- Available in standard 26 gauge (22 and 24 gauge options)
- Dade County Building Commission-approved
Downloadable product information for Vee Rib
RPR Panel
Reverse-rolled version of Panel Rib
RPR Panel is a reverse-rolled version of our popular Panel Rib profile. This economical wall system features self-drilling, color-matched fasteners and a 36" panel width to provide fast and easy installation. The panel comes in lengths up to 41', which can provide a continuous panel from foundation to eave, eliminating the need for end-laps while assuring wall integrity and weather-tightness. The panel is available in 13 standard KXL finish colors and a variety of custom colors. RPR can effectively use up to 6' of blanket insulation, as well as up to 2-1/2" of rigid board insulation.
- 36" coverage
- 1-1/4"-high rib
- Available in standard 26 gauge (22 and 24 gauge options)
- Lengths up to 41'
- Economical
- Fast installation
Downloadable product information for RPR
TextureClad
Metal panel with textured-stucco appearance
TextureClad Colors Available
TextureClad combines the rich look of textured stucco with the strength and durability of 20 gauge steel to create a lightweight, easy-to-install, exterior wall system. Panels are designed to meet the demands of local building ordinances where traditional metal wall panels are prohibited. Finish is resistant to water, cracking, flaking, chalking, and mildew and backed with a 20-year warranty. TextureClad panels can be attached directly to standard wall girts with up to 6" of batt insulation and also work great as a soffit.
- 16" wide coverage
- Lengths from 2' to 25'
- Concealed fastener installation
- Economical
- Factory-applied stucco finish
- Color-matched accessories
- Low-maintenance
- Available in 24 unique colors
Downloadable product information for TextureClad
ImpressaClad
Embossed metal panel
ImpressaClad is an embossed flat steel version of TextureClad, combining rugged 20 gauge steel with a lightweight, easy-to-install, exterior wall system. Panels are backed with a 20-year warranty. ImpressaClad panels can be attached directly to standard wall girts.
- 16" wide coverage
- Lengths from 2' to 25'
- Concealed fastener installation
- Economical
- Color-matched accessories
- Low-maintenance
- Available in 6 standard colors
Downloadable product information about ImpressaClad
Alternative Exteriors
Glass & Tilt-up Concrete Walls, Stucco, , Masonry & Block, Wood & Stone
VP has manufactured thousands of projects where the architect or owner preferred an alternative to exterior metal panels. To view examples of facilities with concrete, brick, stucco, glass curtain wall, wood, and stone exteriors, visit our Hall of Fame.
- VP framing systems allow virtually any type of exterior.
- Architects can design exteriors with wood, stone, or other natural materials.
- VP steel framing provides cost-efficient building solutions even where other metal walls are unacceptable.
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